SFGate Column Calls Zuckerberg's New AI Device Muse a 'Parasite'
eustoria · hn · 2026-10-14
An SFGate opinion column takes aim at Zuckerberg's new AI hardware/device, Muse, calling it a 'parasite.'
- The author argues the product mainly vacuums user data and attention into Meta's ecosystem rather than creating real value.
- Cites Meta's history of privacy controversies as grounds for skepticism and urges consumers not to buy the marketing.
- A sharp piece of commentary reflecting public distrust of Meta's AI hardware push.
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